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Circa 1902 Queenscliff

3.0 star property
Historic charm meets modern comfort near Fort Queenscliff, with two restaurants serving local flavors and a perfect location for exploring coastal attractions

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Circa 1902 Queenscliff is steps from Fort Queenscliff and the harbor's Observation Tower. Guests can dine at two on-site restaurants with local and international dishes, enjoy coffee at the café, or relax on the terrace. Free WiFi is available in public areas.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is NT$2,845
NT$3,129 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 21 - Mar 22

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2017
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Shared Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Economy Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Economy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Queenscliff, Circa 1902 Queenscliff is in the historical district and near the beach. Queenscliff Golf Course and Queenscliff Ferry are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Point Lonsdale Beach and Sorrento Front Beach. Don't miss out on a visit to Adventure Park Geelong. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Queenscliff travel guide
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Map
59 Hesse Street, Queenscliff, VIC, 3225

What's nearby

  • Queenscliff Hotel
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fort Queenscliff
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Queenscliff Harbour
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Queenscliff Harbour Observation Tower
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Queenscliff Ferry
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station
    16 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV)
    57 min drive

Restaurants

  • Portsea Hotel
    73 min drive
  • The Longshore Room
    73 min drive
  • Queenscliff Brewhouse
    5 min walk
  • Queenscliff Fish & Chips
    1 min walk
  • Panache Cafe & Creperie
    1 min walk

About this property

Circa 1902 Queenscliff

Bed & breakfast near Fort Queenscliff
Located close to Queenscliff Harbour Observation Tower and Queenscliff Ferry, Circa 1902 Queenscliff provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and local and international cuisine. Free WiFi in public areas and conference space are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Express check-out, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
  • 2 meeting rooms, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Communal kitchens, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Free offsite parking

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Circa 1902

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 43 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1902
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Edwardian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee: AUD 30.00 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 8:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 20.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Wednesday - Sunday (10:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: AUD 30.00 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 8:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Circa 1902 Queenscliff B&B
The Queenscliff Inn Victoria
Circa 1902 B&B
Circa 1902
Circa 1902 Queenscliff Queenscliff
Circa 1902 Queenscliff Bed & breakfast
Circa 1902 Queenscliff Bed & breakfast Queenscliff

Frequently asked questions

Is Circa 1902 Queenscliff pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Circa 1902 Queenscliff?

As of 2026/3/6, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Circa 1902 Queenscliff on 2026/3/21 start from NT$2,845, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Circa 1902 Queenscliff?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM– 8:00 AM for a fee of AUD 30.00.

What time is check-out at Circa 1902 Queenscliff?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for AUD 20.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Circa 1902 Queenscliff located?

Situated by the ocean, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Fort Queenscliff and Queenscliff Harbour Observation Tower. Queenscliff Ferry and Queenscliff Golf Course are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Circa 1902 Queenscliff Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 255 out of 665 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 665 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 665 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 665 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 665 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were given a complementary upgrade to a room with an Ocean view (and larger bed). Brilliant spot for the night! Clean, friendly, central location and a perfect guest house.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, amazing location, lovely staff. Do recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Circa 1902 is the most delightful place to stay in Queenscliff! The room was clean and most attractive. The contact there with whom I dealt (Sally) was most welcoming and helpful - I couldn't have wished for better! I'll certainly return to Circa 1902 when I next stay again in Queenscliff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Liked: Amenities
Really great room and very clean. Dunnies were in good shape too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No fan in the room - had to share bathroom. View not great - dont mind a shared kitchen but shared bathroom not ideal. Service was wonderful though owners are very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a comfortable and cosy stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Cleanliness
Average stay. Room was comfortable. Bathrooms were very dated. Room wasn't the cleanest. It was fine for a weekends stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will always have a special connection to this place as I used to stay there as a child. All amenities were there; check-in was easy; and room was comfortable. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Garvit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's a good place to stay overnight for town exploration.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely owners who were genuinely keen to make sure my experience there was a good one. Cosy clean rooms, clean shared bathrooms, shared kitchenette. Very conveniently located in the middle of town, and with dining options. Definitely will be staying there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

DON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy checking in, historic building with charm
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the old world charm and it’s convenience to the main shopping area. Also within walking distance to the beach. Peaceful and safe setting, loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location if your going on the Blues Train, an easy 10 min walk. Our room although small, was clean & bright and the bed was comfy. Dont be put off re the shared bathrooms, they are clean and functional. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous view of the sea. First night wonderfully quiet, second night marred by some noisy neighbour guests.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property had shared bathroom facilities, but they were fine and the rooms were very comfortable. We dined at the restaurant and enjoyed the ambience of the whole palce
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will definitely stay again -it has such charm. We loved sitting on the balcony with local fish and chips and sleeping in one of the most comfortable beds we’ve ever slept in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Location was great and very easy self checkin and checkout. Bed was very comfortable. Bathroom (shared and unisex) was clean. Saw no staff during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the style of an old-world Hotel, sitting outside on a balmy summer evening with my wife and other guests combined with great food and wine made for a highly enjoyable stay. Sally and Chris went out of their way to provide excellent genuine hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is like old fashioned pub accommodation, but is much quieter and has much better decor and comfort features. My room was clean and I had a good night's sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Che

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Simple and clean accommodation. Perfect for short stays.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful building and the bed was comfortable if you want an ensuite this isn’t the place for you but the shower and toilets are clean and not far from rooms! Staff were lovely and very helpful would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This is an old building, the rooms a quite small but fine for solo accommodation, the shared bathroom was not a problem for me. it is a great location. I was in Queenscliff for the Blues Train.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very homely. Beautiful to sit out on balcony at sunset. So convenient to have the restaurant downstairs for casual dining. Sally was so easy to deal with, allowing us to check in early. Thank you!! Have stayed several times before, and will stay again. Home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We didn't dine, but the owners and staff we extremely helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024